Springtime in Denver means the return of blooming flowers, warmer days, and a cherished local tradition: farmers’ markets.
Despite some vendors facing certain economic challenges, they’re ready to bring their locally made and homegrown goods directly to the community. It’s a model that many small businesses like the PB Love Company rely on.
Mario Esparza, affectionately known as the “Head Nut,” was busy showing off his company’s handcrafted nut butters Saturday morning. “Selling direct is how we started,” Esparza shared. “Through farmers markets, then through our website.”
For ten years, Esparza has grown his business alongside Colorado’s market scene. But growth hasn’t come without challenges, especially in the face of national economic shifts. He said his company has seen a direct impact from recent tariffs…